Cyber security training package for small businesses

Small businesses have access to a free e-learning package that will boost their ability to defend against threats posed by cyber criminals. The training, Cyber Security for Small Organisations and Charities, guides businesses through the actions they should take in order to dramatically reduce the risk of the most common cyber-attacks, such as ransomware and phishing.

The advice, which is also suitable for sole traders and the voluntary sector, empowers small organisations to identify any possible weaknesses in their online infrastructure and act to strengthen them, focusing on five areas:

• Backing up an organisation’s data correctly.
• Protecting an organisation against malware.
• Keeping the devices used by employees secure.
• The importance of creating strong passwords.
• Defending an organisation against phishing.

For further information visit: New Top Tips for staff - charities small business: https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/news/new-cyber-security-training-for-charities-and-small-businesses

18th June 2021 – Hillmans Weekly Update

Below I have summarised all the main tax related updates we have seen this week.

·         VAT Deferral Reminder– join online by 21 June
·         Commercial Eviction Ban Extended to March 2022
·         New tool launched to support organisations achieve Cyber Essentials certification
·         Car Benefit Reduced Where Unavailable

If you have any queries about this week’s content, or if you need any assistance please do not hesitate to contact me.

I hope you have a great weekend.

Stay safe and well.

Cheers,

Steve

Steven Hillman BSc (Hons) ACA
Chartered Accountant
Tel: 01934 444100

New tool launched to support organisations achieve Cyber Essentials certification

The Cyber Essentials Readiness Tool, which has been developed by IASME on behalf of the National Cyber Security Centre – a part of Government Communication Head Quarters – asks organisations a series of questions related to the main Cyber Essentials criteria to help prepare them for certification.

Through the Cyber Essentials scheme, businesses can learn how to defend themselves by securing internet connections and devices, controlling access to data, and understanding how to protect against malware.

You can find out more here: https://getreadyforcyberessentials.iasme.co.uk/